Elevator Machine Room Loads
Elevator Machine Room Loads
(OP)
Im designing an elevator machine room for a 14 story building and i have information from the elevator supplier that shows 35,000lbs reactions for equipment for each of my three elevators. I would ask if this seems reasonable to those of you have dealt with elevators before.
i have three of these loads on a 28ft span with a 12 thick slab, in addition to 125 psf LL. Ive come up with a W36, which seemed to be a red flag for me. thoughts?
i have three of these loads on a 28ft span with a 12 thick slab, in addition to 125 psf LL. Ive come up with a W36, which seemed to be a red flag for me. thoughts?






RE: Elevator Machine Room Loads
RE: Elevator Machine Room Loads
RE: Elevator Machine Room Loads
Very good summary of design criteria for elevator machine rooms.
I also agree that the stated load does not seem unreasonable.